The Ethereum Protocol Fellowship (EPF) is a program designed to scale back the barrier to entry for builders all for engaged on the core protocol. As core developer (and EPF creator) Piper Merriam likes to say, the door is comically extensive open. EPF helps you stroll by it.

Over the previous two cohorts, one of the crucial frequent request we have obtained from candidates & contributors was for higher onboarding supplies. Josh and Mario, the coordinators of the EPF, are excited to announce the launch of the EPF research group (EPFsg): a ten week schooling collection meant as a precursor to the Ethereum Protocol Fellowship (the fifth cohort is coming 🔜). EPFsg has been designed to information and develop the following technology of Ethereum core builders and supply a deep understanding of Ethereum’s inside mechanics.

Bridging the Hole

Understanding the Ethereum protocol is a posh, however essential, endeavor. The research group goals to bridge the hole by providing a curriculum centered on all components of the Ethereum stack & roadmap.

Ethereum Protocol Research Program Overview

Program Particulars

The EPF research group is a stay webinar-style program, consisting of two phases. The primary part, which is able to consist of 1 90 minute class per week, shall be centered on a common overview of the underlying construction of Ethereum. Within the latter part, college students will select between the analysis or improvement tracks (or each). Every observe may have its personal weekly 90 minute class and shall be a deep dive into the chosen matter.

Through the research group, college students will achieve a greater understanding of Ethereum’s core protocol, diving into subjects that embrace:

• Protocol design
• Execution and Consensus layer structure, specs, and implementations
• Testing strategies and instruments
• Present analysis and roadmap gadgets:
  
  • Verkle timber
  • Sharding
  • MEV
  • Proof of stake enhancements
  • State and historical past expiry

Every on-line session shall be led by present core dev and researchers from varied consumer groups and analysis teams, include pre-meeting studying supplies to get you acquainted with the subject and terminology and post-meeting actions to strengthen and solidify your understanding.

Moreover, college students will collaboratively develop a complete wiki, serving as an evolving data base for present and future core builders. It will present college students with sensible expertise in contributing to open supply sources, whereas gaining invaluable expertise in documentation and community-driven improvement.

Who’s Protocol Research for?

Whereas this program is designed to behave as a precursor to the Ethereum Protocol Fellowship, this research group is for anybody that’s all for studying extra in regards to the inside workings of the Ethereum Protocol. Those who have common data or use of Ethereum and/or blockchains in addition to those who have some pc science, technical, or developer expertise will get probably the most from this program.

Register for the Ethereum Protocol Fellowship research group right here.

— Josh Davis & Mario Havel | EPF Coordination